Clergy

/ˈklɜːrdʒi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The body of all people ordained for religious duties, especially in the Christian Church.

The clergy gathered at the annual conference to discuss community outreach programs.

A group of individuals who perform religious rites and lead worship in a church.

Many members of the clergy participated in the interfaith service to promote unity.

Religious leaders collectively.

The clergy played an important role in advocating for social justice in the community.

From Middle English 'clergie', from Old French 'clergié', from Latin 'clericus'.

the clergy

Refers to the official leaders of a religion collectively.

clergy of the church

Specifically refers to the priests and pastors associated with a particular church.

ordained

Having received the holy orders.

religion

A system of faith and worship.

congregation

A group of people assembled for religious worship.

Holy rollers

He might be one of those holy rollers you see in revival meetings.

God squad

The God squad was out in full force during the charity event.